Twin Peaks Mountain was a renowned peak in the world of soul masters, yet few dared to enter.
On one hand, Twin Peaks Mountain was nestled deep within towering mountains, its altitude extremely high and its slopes incredibly difficult to climb—ordinary people could hardly ascend it.
Moreover, Twin Peaks Mountain held an exalted position in the world of soul masters, symbolizing the pinnacle of their craft. Only the strongest fighters engaged in battles here.
Years ago, Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu, both Limit Douluo-level fighters, had their decisive battle on Twin Peaks Mountain. After countless clashes, Tang Chen emerged slightly victorious.
From that point onward, Tang Chen and Qian Daoliu were referred to as the "Two Peaks" by the soul master community—a near-insurmountable height for nearly a thousand years in the history of soul masters.
Yang Xiong arrived at Twin Peaks Mountain on his flying sword, and the sight before him was truly breathtaking.
The mountain consisted of two enormous peaks connected by a ridge. The entire mountain appeared to be made of stone, and due to its extreme altitude, it was covered in a layer of snow and ice.
These stones were jet-black, faintly crackling with traces of lightning. Perhaps because of the mountain's proximity to the clouds, one could feel the strikes of lightning in the air—it was reminiscent of the rocks on the Sea God Island's Furious Waves Abyss.
Yang Xiong landed directly on one of the summits and sat down quietly.
Fifteen minutes later, a powerful presence descended from the sky, golden light illuminating the heavens and earth like a sun descending upon the land.
The arrival was none other than Qian Renxue, who swiftly took her place on the opposite peak.
Compared to her time during the Tian Dou Palace Incident, Qian Renxue now radiated an overwhelming aura of strength, her face brimming with confidence and nobility. Behind her stood six golden wings of the Six-Winged Angel, making her appear dazzlingly radiant.
"Yang Xiong, you're quite punctual. I didn't expect you'd actually dare to accept my challenge."
Yang Xiong chuckled: "There's no question of daring or not. If I had the courage to challenge you back then, I certainly wouldn't back down now. As for you, hiding in the Douluo Hall all these years—has your combat experience improved? Or are you still as weak as you were back then?"
Qian Renxue sneered: "It's been so many years, and you've only just reached the Title Douluo level without even obtaining your ninth spirit ring. Would you like me to give you more time? Once you acquire your spirit ring, we can proceed with our battle."
A hint of disdain flashed in Yang Xiong's eyes: "Back then, you were an entire realm above me, yet I defeated you effortlessly. I hope your strength has improved since then, rather than remaining as lackluster as it was."
Qian Renxue's expression shifted slightly but quickly returned to calmness.
"Yang Xiong, we've known each other since childhood. There's something I've always wanted to ask: when we first met, you tried to introduce me to a girlfriend. When did you realize I wasn't the real Crown Prince Xue Qinghe?"
Yang Xiong smiled: "I knew you weren't male the first time I saw you. However, I never expected you to be a spy for the Spirit Hall."
"That said, Emperor Xue Ye had so many sons—there was no need to push a woman into the role of crown prince. From the start, I suspected your intentions were dubious. Unfortunately, Sect Leader Ning Fengzhi trusted you too much. To achieve what you have, you must have had extraordinary backing. It's a pity his efforts were wasted on you."
Qian Renxue sneered: "What is Ning Fengzhi? Does he even deserve to be called my teacher? Back then, I merely feigned allegiance and pretended to become his disciple. If Ning Fengzhi fell for it, it only proves his lack of wisdom—he was played like a fool."
Yang Xiong shook his head: "You were educated by Sect Leader Ning Fengzhi from a young age. You should know how much effort he invested in you. Perhaps this reflects the Spirit Hall's way of operating."
Qian Renxue said: "Yang Xiong, I believe I never gave away any clues. How did you discover something was off about me back then? And why didn't you expose me outright?"
"If you had informed Ning Fengzhi earlier, perhaps I wouldn't have been able to remain hidden for so many years."
Yang Xiong smirked: "I've been familiar with medicinal herbs since I was young, having spent most of my life immersed in medicinal baths to refine my body. This allowed me to identify various herbs through scent alone."
"Though you disguised yourself as a man, there was a faint trace of feminine fragrance emanating from you—something no ordinary man would possess."
Qian Renxue's expression shifted again: "Then let me ask you another question. If you knew I was suspicious from the start, why did you still strike a deal with me? Why did you reveal that Crown Prince Xue Beng was lying low and preparing to oppose me?"
Yang Xiong's lips curled into a disdainful smile: "Xue Beng? What kind of person is he? A spoiled brat, despite being a prince of the Tian Dou Empire. He's done countless evil deeds—oppressing men and bullying women. If your identity were ever exposed, Xue Beng would become the sole heir to the Tian Dou Imperial Family."
"Rather than letting someone like him rise to power, I thought you'd be more than willing to eliminate such a threat to your position."
Qian Renxue's face darkened: "So, Yang Xiong, you wanted to borrow my hand to kill others—even knowing I was an enemy spy. You used me to eliminate those you disliked."
"Or perhaps you had planned this all along. By now, I've already wiped out most of the Tian Dou Imperial Family. With Emperor Xue Ye growing old, it's likely the Tian Dou Imperial Family will soon have no successors."
"In this way, whether it's the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect or your newly founded Body Sect, at least the next generation won't face threats. You might even control the Tian Dou Imperial Family and, eventually, the entire Tian Dou Empire."
Yang Xiong nodded: "As expected of someone versed in schemes—you've figured out my intentions so easily. Neither the Body Sect nor the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect needs the Tian Dou Empire to become a dominant force. Otherwise, how could our thousands of soul masters fulfill my ambitions?"
Qian Renxue pondered for a moment before speaking: "Yang Xiong, I've watched you grow up, and I never imagined your mind to be so calculating. It's a pity you're not part of the direct lineage of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect. Otherwise, with the combined strength of the Body Sect and the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, you might surpass the former Hao Tian Sect."
Yang Xiong laughed: "Qian Renxue, do you underestimate the Body Sect? If I left the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, it's because I have absolute confidence in the Body Sect. Forget the former Hao Tian Sect—the Body Sect aims to surpass the once-mighty Spirit Hall."
Anger flickered across Qian Renxue's face: "You dream in vain. The Spirit Hall's foundation far exceeds your imagination. Even the combined strength of the top three sects could barely match the Spirit Hall."
"Your Body Sect lacks a true heritage martial soul—it's merely a coalition of third-rate families. On what grounds do you dare to look down on the Spirit Hall's millennia-old legacy?"
"And don't forget—the Spirit Hall's true heritage isn't just the ordinary Title Douluo. It's my Angel God lineage, my Six-Winged Angel—a true god-level martial soul inheritance."
Yang Xiong chuckled: "Qian Renxue, you seem to misunderstand something. The Spirit Hall's strength doesn't rest solely on your Six-Winged Angel lineage. It's built on the vast number of geniuses you've gathered from the two empires and your comprehensive talent cultivation system. Relying on just one Six-Winged Angel, no matter how strong, is insufficient."
"Look at all the Title Douluo in the Spirit Hall. Only Qian Daoliu possesses the Six-Winged Angel martial soul. The others don't share the Spirit Hall's heritage martial soul. Otherwise, Bibi Dong wouldn't have become the emperor of the Spirit Empire."
Qian Renxue retorted: "So what? Gods decide everything. My family carries the Angel God's legacy, and the Angel God will become the strongest existence in the world."
Yang Xiong's expression shifted slightly.
"Qian Renxue, you've asked me so many questions. Let me ask you one: which trial are you currently on in your Angel God inheritance? Why did you suddenly challenge me at this time?"
A hint of disdain flickered in Qian Renxue's eyes: "Yang Xiong, you certainly know a lot. To be honest, I've already completed the seventh trial of the Angel Nine Trials. I'm now only one step away from inheriting the Angel God's legacy. Once I reach Level 99, I'll receive the final inheritance."
"Because of this, my defeat at your hands remains the greatest humiliation of my life. That's why I challenged you—to reclaim the shame of that single blow. If I succeed, I'll have no regrets in life."
Yang Xiong's expression shifted slightly upon hearing this. So Qian Renxue was driven by this mindset. In the original story, her obsession with her loss to Tang San caused issues with her Angel God inheritance. Even after ascending to godhood, she couldn't achieve perfection.
Now, her decision to challenge him ahead of time clearly showed her desire to reach the peak of her strength while breaking through internal barriers. Perhaps this battle would also allow her to break through to Level 99.
Judging by Qian Renxue's current state, she had likely absorbed at least five pieces of angelic god armor soul bones, reaching the pinnacle of physical enhancement.
A cold smile appeared on Yang Xiong's lips: "The Angel God's inheritance means nothing to me. Let's see if you, the Angel God's successor, are truly invincible. Is your talent really stronger than I imagined?"
"Enough reminiscing. Let me witness your true strength."
"Yang Xiong, martial soul Asura, Level 90 Strong Attack soul master!"
Qian Renxue's expression turned solemn: "Qian Renxue, martial soul Six-Winged Angel, Level 98 Strong Attack soul master!"
As Qian Renxue spoke, eight black and one red spirit rings appeared around her. Behind her materialized a colossal Six-Winged Angel, its holy light shining brilliantly. At this moment, golden radiance seemed to emanate from Qian Renxue's body, as if no darkness in the world could overshadow her.
Yang Xiong's body turned golden, and behind him appeared a crimson-red shadow. Simultaneously, five black and three red spirit rings manifested around him.
Even though Qian Renxue was powerful, she was astonished by Yang Xiong's spirit ring configuration.
"Interesting. So, Yang Xiong, you're also a god's successor. Allow me to show you the true power of the Six-Winged Angel. Let you understand that the Angel God represents the true orthodox path of soul masters in the Douluo Continent."
Yang Xiong sneered: "I don't care about orthodoxy or anything else. All I know is that your current ambition doesn't deserve the sanctity of the Angel God."
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